102 STAT. 3340 PUBLIC LAW 100-645—NOV. 9, 1988
Public Law 100-645
100th Congress
Joint Resolution
Nov. 9, 1988
Designating September 13, 1989, as "Uncle Sam Day".
[H.J. Res. 626]
Whereas Samuel Wilson of the City of Troy, New York, is accepted
as the progenitor of our national symbol. Uncle Sam;
Whereas Uncle Sam, the embodiment of Samuel Wilson, represents
the enterprising, idealistic, and strong spirit that is the backbone
of our Nation;
Whereas the symbol of Uncle Sam remains important to the identity
of our Nation among freedom-loving people of the world;
Whereas the people of the City of Troy have dedicated themselves to
the remembrance of Samuel Wilson and his role in American
history;
Whereas the City of Troy marks its 200th anniversary in 1989; and
Whereas September 13 is the birth date of Samuel Wilson: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled. That September
13, 1989, is designated as "Uncle Sam Day" in honor of Samuel
Wilson of the City of Troy, New York on the occasion of the 200th
anniversary of the City. The President is authorized and requested
to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States
to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Approved November 9, 1988.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 626:
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 134 (1988):
Oct. 21, considered and passed House and Senate.